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To make the most of your initial consult, we highly recommend going through this page. This is not mandatory but will enhance your understanding of the program.
What typically happens at an Initial Consult
Intake
Yossi will ask you a series of questions to tailor the program for you.
- What do you want to happen during this first session?
- Where do you typically eat your meals?
- How motivated are you?
- Do you consume any sweetened drinks (e.g., coffee with sweetener, diet soda)?
- Do you have time to prepare meals?
- How well do you tolerate hunger?
- Are there specific times of the day or week that are particularly challenging for you?
- What changes are you willing to make?
- Have you tried changing your eating habits in the past?
- What is your weight right now? (Note: Your current weight is important for our discussion, even if it differs from your morning weight.)
- Are you a picky eater?
- Do you prefer eating three meals a day or two?
Choosing a Food Plan
You determine what general type of food plan is best for you.
- The majority of people are put on the "Classic Diet" and a small number of people are put on the "Lean Protein Diet."
- The Classic Diet follows a structured meal plan with a specific number of calories for each meal and snack. Supper is divided into mains and sides, also with specified calorie counts. Every meal and snack must be healthy and contain adequate protein.
- The Lean Protein Diet focuses on eating mainly from lean protein sources. You are allowed to eat an unlimited amount but only very specific foods.
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An exception could be the Blind Weight Scale. It is a user-friendly numberless scale meant for people who don't have a good relationship with their scale. With this specific scale, they do not see their weight, their weight is sent to Yossi.
You weigh yourself at home and give your weight during your appointment.
Taking notes during the initial consultation is not needed as your complete menu plan will be emailed to you. However, taking notes during follow-up sessions is highly recommended.
We do not encourage having a goal weight. People with a goal weight tend to lose fewer lbs. than people who do not have a goal weight. People who have a goal weight tend not to maintain their weight. Instead, a good goal is to follow a regimented food plan whether you feel like it or not.
Initially, we try not to focus a lot on numbers. But if necessary, Yossi will provide an estimate. It may take up to two weeks to provide an accurate estimate.
Creating the Food Plan
You create a custom plan with Yossi.
- Yossi suggests options from a master list or database of foods based on your needs, preferences, strengths, experience, challenges, personality, schedule, and other factors.
- Yossi will likely suggest options from the Classic Diet Track 1 Master List.
- This is a sample version of a completed Classic Diet Track 1 Menu Plan.
- Yossi will likely suggest options from the Classic Diet Track 2 Master List.
- This is a sample version of a completed Classic Diet Track 2 Menu Plan.
- There are two tracks in the Classic Diet. Most adult males are put on the Classic Diet Track 1 while most adult women and children end up doing better with the Classic Diet Track 2.
- Yossi then determines the appropriate number of daily snacks, usually 2 or 3.
- Once you both agree on the plan, Yossi will email you your diet plan. Please note that your food plan might look very different from the sample menu plan above.
- When someone eats only the foods allowed on the Lean Protein Diet, they burn fat for energy, instead of carbs.
- Fat is 9 calories per gram and carbs are 4 calories per gram, instead of burning 2500 calories per day, a person on the LP diet will burn 5625 calories per day. The minute someone eats something not on the LPD, they will burn 2500 calories that day and the next 2 days as well.
- Typically, the diet starts with limited options. Foods get added as the diet progresses.
- Yossi will likely suggest options from the Lean Protein Diet Master List.
- This is a sample version of a completed Lean Protein Diet Menu Plan.
- Once you both agree on the plan, Yossi will email you your diet plan. Please note that your food plan might look very different from the sample menu plan above.
- For more clarity on the diet plan guidelines, please refer to the LPD FAQs.
Conclusion
You make sure you fully understand the plan, are fully able to follow the guidelines, and know how to utilize the program's resources.
- Yossi will email you your food plan along with the rules, guidelines, and FAQs. He may also send you images of relevant foods or recipes.
- It is important to begin the plan after the initial consultation, although exceptions can be made in extreme circumstances.
- You will tell Yossi what you plan on eating for the next 24 hours.
- Yossi will ask you to commit to texting him everything you eat. Preferably, text every time you eat rather than waiting for the end of the day.
How to Navigate the Website
Some pages of the website are exclusive to members of the diet program.
The password to all membership-restricted pages is 1117.
Weekly 10-minute follow-up appointments by phone for as long as you are on the program. All your appointment slots will be recurring at the same day and time every week.
We do not handle appointments. The system is designed for clients to be able to handle their appointments completely on their own.
The Yossi Muller Show is a podcast designed to help you learn more about food and nutrition. Yossi breaks down practical diet tips, reveals little-known facts about the food industry, and shares expert advice to help you improve your eating habits. Whether you’re looking to better understand your meal plan or just curious about how the food industry works, this podcast has you covered.
The Weight Loss Transformation Course is a free online course created by Yossi.
People who complete the online course are 7 times as likely to succeed. It will help you change your weight permanently by learning not only what you have to do, but how to get yourself to do it.
In the Diet Guidelines, you will find essential information to help you navigate dietary requirements and meal planning.
The Jewish Calendar Guidelines provides detailed information and guidelines for holidays, fast days, and customs and traditions.
The Food Items to Know contains a list of food items generally approved for the program. However, it’s important to note that each individual might be at different stages of their diet, and certain foods might be more suitable for specific phases and tracks. Always check with Yossi to confirm which foods are allowed at the point you’re currently at in the program.
The Supper Exchange List provides a variety of food options that you can exchange for supper.
The Policies & FAQs is for clarity and ease. It includes important policies and frequently asked questions about the diet. It is important to read this when you start the program and refer to it before asking Yossi a question.
In Recipes, you’ll find a selection of recipes tailored to fit the different dietary tracks within the program. Each recipe is designed to help you stay on track while enjoying a variety of delicious, healthy meals.